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Nikon AF-S 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR Lens

Spanning a long, versatile zoom range, the Nikon AF-S 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR Lens from Nikon is a telephoto zoom characterized by a constant f/5.6 maximum aperture for consistent performance throughout the zoom range. The optical design incorporates three extra-low dispersion glass elements to reduce chromatic aberrations and distortions for increased sharpness and color accuracy. Also contributing to improved image quality,a Super Integrated Coating has been applied to lens elements to lessen flare and ghosting for improved contrast and clarity.

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Category: Nikon DSLR Lenses

Overview

Spanning a long, versatile zoom range, the Nikon AF-S 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR Lens from Nikon is a telephoto zoom characterized by a constant f/5.6 maximum aperture for consistent performance throughout the zoom range. The optical design incorporates three extra-low dispersion glass elements to reduce chromatic aberrations and distortions for increased sharpness and color accuracy. Also contributing to improved image quality,a Super Integrated Coating has been applied to lens elements to lessen flare and ghosting for improved contrast and clarity.

A Silent Wave Motor AF system produces fast, near-silent focusing performance that suits both stills shooting and movie recording which can instantly be manually overridden by simply turning the manual focus ring. Further contributing to photographing in fast-paced situations and difficult lighting, VR (Vibration Reduction) image stabilization compensates for the effects of camera shake by up to 4.5 shutter speed stops. Additionally, an electromagnetic aperture mechanism is integrated into the lens design to provide greater exposure control stability that is especially beneficial when working with faster continuous shooting rates.

Highlights

  • F Mount Lens/FX Format
  • Aperture Range: f/5.6 to f/32
  • Three Extra-Low Dispersion Elements
  • Super Integrated Coating
  • Silent Wave Motor AF System
  • Vibration Reduction with Sport Mode
  • Internal Focus, Manual Focus Override
  • Electromagnetic Diaphragm Mechanism
  • Detachable, Rotatable Tripod Collar
  • Rounded 9-Blade Diaphragm

In The Box

  1. Nikon AF-S 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR Lens
  2. Front Lens Cap
  3. Lens Hood
  4. Lens Case

Specifications

Performance

Focal Length

200 – 500mm

Aperture

Maximum: f/5.6
Minimum: f/32

Camera Mount Type

Nikon F

Format Compatibility

Nikon FX/35mm Film

Angle of View

12° 20′ – 5°

Minimum Focus Distance

7.2′ (2.19 m)

Magnification

0.22x

Elements/Groups

19/12

Diaphragm Blades

9, Rounded

Features

Image Stabilization

Yes

Autofocus

Yes

Tripod Collar

Yes Removable – rotating

Physical

Filter Thread

Front: 95 mm x 1.0 mm Pitch

Dimensions (DxL)

Approx. 4.25 x 10.53″ (108 x 267.5 mm)

Weight

4.60 lb (2090 g)

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Customer Reviews (4.8 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Edward X. ★★★★★

The constant f/5.6 aperture across the whole range is what sold me—no fiddling with exposure when you punch in from 200 to 500mm mid-flight. Handheld shots of distant herons came out sharper than I had any right to expect, even at the long end.

Steven ★★★★★

The VR on this lens makes handheld wildlife shots at 500mm surprisingly sharp. I've been able to get clean images of birds in flight even in cloudy conditions.

Emma J. ★★★★★

The constant f/5.6 aperture across the whole zoom range is what sold me—no fiddling with exposure settings when a bird darts from a sunny branch into the shade. I've been shooting handheld all afternoon and the VR holds up impressively well at 500mm, even with my slightly shaky hands.